Goitrogens and Your Thyroid

Functional Medicine, Goiter, Goitrogen, Green Smoothie, Greens, Thyroid, Thyroid Function

A goitrogen is a substance that suppresses thyroid function by inhibiting iodine uptake. Goitrogens get their name because of their tendency to cause goiter, swelling of the thyroid gland. Some foods can be goitrogenic when they’re eaten in excess, or if the individual has a background of low iodine uptake. Goitrogenic foods include: cassava, which […]

Goitrogens and Your Thyroid Read More »